From Bucharest: Dracula's Castle and Brașov Tour

Discover some of the medieval castles of Transylvania on a full-day tour from Bucharest and visit the castle most associated with the legend of Count Dracula. Visit Peleș Castle and take a walking tour of Brașov.

About this activity

Duration 12 hours

Skip the ticket line

Printed or mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Live tour guide

English

Pick-up service

Pickup possible from centrally located hotels, hostels, or apartments in Bucharest.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts

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Experience

Highlights

Discover the incredible wilderness of Transylvania

Visit medieval Bran Castle and Peleș Castle

Learn to separate fact from fiction as you hear about Vlad the Impaler and Dracula

Go for a walking tour of the medieval city of Brașov

Full description

Benefit from pickup at your hotel in Bucharest, and then explore the historic castles of Transylvania in the medieval city of Brașov. Stop in the small town of Sinaia on the way and visit Peleș Castle to explore the former summer palace of the Romanian royals.

Continue to Bran, famous for the imposing fortress connected to the legend of Count Dracula. Hear tales about the real-life Vlad the Impaler, said to have inspired Bram Stoker. Get panoramic views of the surrounding mountains from the remains of the citadel.

Enjoy some free time to find keepsakes in the souvenir market, and then visit the medieval city of Brașov and take a walking tour of the Old Town with a local guide. Benefit from some time at leisure before traveling back to Bucharest, where you will get dropped off at your hotel.

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Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle

Bottled water

Local guide

Headsets to hear your guide clearly during all guided walks and tours

Entrance fees to mentioned sites

Private tours of Peleș Castle and Bran Castle

Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Small group tour of no more than 18 people

Lesson on the legend of Count Dracula

Walking tour of Brașov

What’s Not Included

Food and drinks

Lunch

Gratuities for your guide and driver

Photo fees at Peleș Castle

Prepare for the activity

Important information

Know before you go

• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking difficulties or in a wheelchair
• Peleș Castle is closed on Mondays from May 12 to September 15; on Mondays and Tuesdays from September 16 to May 15; and for the month of November for cleaning and restoration. You will visit Râșnov Fortress instead